[CMLHope] Re: Stinging/tingling sensation in the upper legs

Thu, 07 Sep 2006 04:46:19 -0700

Yeah I had the same thing just like you and Trey, though my side effects are still kicking. Don't sweat it in the least. I also agree with Trey about the exercise. I have semi-extreme fatigue at times but I still go to the gym five days a week with my lady. I did have to cut way back on working out though, because I was over doing it. I would be wiped out for the rest of the day, but that was my fault, I was trying to do what I use to be able to do.
Now I do some cardio work and do about 15 minutes of kick bag work. Then I help Regina finish her work out. Hang in there, because let me tell you, Gleevec is a miracle drug in my humble opinion. It put me in remission only after a few months of being on it.
 
Terry
Dxed  April 04

 
On 9/6/06, Trey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

Sounds like what I had in the same timeframe, starting a couple months
after diagnosis.  The weird tingling in my upper legs in front and
inner thighs was mildly painful, and felt like it was under my skin but
not in my muscles.  My Onc said it was nerve pain, which Gleevec can
cause, and the nerves react to something that isn't there.  It
generally subsided after a couple months.

My Onc said to exercise more, not less, even though the body initially
says "just rest quietly, please".  For me the exercise has worked well.
I try to be very active, and exercise actually reduces my side effects
as far as I am concerned.  The more active I am, the better I feel.  I
have very few side effects, and very little pain.

It takes a few months for the body to get used to Gleevec.  You are
doing very well, and should be pleased with your progress.

--Trey
dx Oct 2005
PCRU since June 2006



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